Theft in Amherstburg — Crime Map & Statistics

Overview

In 2016, Amherstburg recorded 60 theft incidents, representing 15.4% of the city's total 389 reported crimes. Theft ranked as the second most frequent category among six tracked types.

Data current through 2016-04-20. Source: official Amherstburg police open-data portal.

At a glance

Theft incidents

15.4%

Share of Amherstburg incidents

2 of 6

Category rank

2016-02-20 to 2016-04-20

Data window

Theft in Amherstburg

This page covers reported theft incidents in Amherstburg, Ontario. Theft includes incidents such as shoplifting, pickpocketing, and theft of personal property. In 2016, there were 60 reported theft incidents in Amherstburg.

These incidents account for 15.4% of all reported crimes in the city during the same period. The data provides a snapshot of theft activity within Amherstburg, offering insights into the prevalence of this type of crime.

How Theft compares

In Amherstburg, theft is the second most common category of reported crime, following 'Other' incidents, which include a variety of offences not classified under major categories. With 60 reported incidents, theft significantly outnumbers other categories such as mischief (15 incidents), break and enter (5 incidents), assault (4 incidents), and auto theft (1 incident). This highlights the relative frequency of theft compared to other types of crime in the city.

Key stats

60 theft incidents reported in 2016
Theft accounts for 15.4% of all reported crimes
Second most common crime category in Amherstburg
60 incidents in 2016, the only year with available data
Other crimes (304 incidents) are the most frequent category

What these numbers mean

Theft stands out as the second most reported crime in Amherstburg, making up over 15% of all incidents in 2016. While the dataset is limited to a single year, the 60 reported thefts dwarf other categories like mischief and break-and-enter. The lack of year-over-year data means trends cannot be assessed, but the concentration of theft incidents is notable. Compared to larger urban centres, Amherstburg’s theft numbers are relatively low, but within its own crime profile, theft is a significant factor.

About this dataset

Reporting basis: Counts reflect incidents reported to police only. Under-reporting — especially for sexual assault, fraud, and minor theft — means actual incidence is higher than these figures show.
Not a per-capita rate: These are absolute incident counts. Comparing one place’s counts to another without normalising for population can mislead — see crime rates per 100,000 for population-adjusted figures.
Category includes a range: A single category groups incidents of varying severity (e.g. "assault" spans minor altercations through serious assault). The count alone does not indicate severity.
Data window: 2016-02-20 to 2016-04-20.

Frequently asked questions about Theft in Amherstburg

How many theft incidents were reported in Amherstburg in 2016?

There were 60 reported theft incidents in Amherstburg in 2016. This category includes various types of theft, such as shoplifting and theft of personal property.

What percentage of Amherstburg’s total crimes does theft represent?

Theft accounts for 15.4% of all reported crimes in Amherstburg in 2016. This makes it the second most common category after 'Other' incidents.

How does theft compare to other crime categories in Amherstburg?

Theft is the second most reported crime in Amherstburg, with 60 incidents. This is significantly higher than categories like mischief (15), break and enter (5), and assault (4).

Is there data available for theft incidents in Amherstburg beyond 2016?

No, the current dataset only includes theft incidents for 2016. There is no year-over-year data available to assess trends.

Other crime categories in Amherstburg

Sources

Data sourced from the Ontario open data portal, reflecting reported incidents in Amherstburg.